Chanel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-NEL / /ʃəˈnɛl/French; English
Meaning
French: pipe; English: channel
Historical & Cultural Background
Chanel is primarily recognized as a surname, notably associated with the French fashion designer Coco Chanel. The name has gained popularity as a given name in various cultures, particularly in the English-speaking world. It is often associated with luxury and elegance due to its ties to the fashion industry.
Trend Summary
Chanel has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a given name in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shanel
- Channelle
International Variants
- Chanel (French)
- Canela (Spanish)
Famous people named Chanel
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Fictional characters named Chanel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chanel was first seen in the United States in 1918. Chanel has ranked as high as #1185 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in Massachusetts, and District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Chanel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chanel (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |